UK: Battlefield Railway, large logo Class 47s 47640 & 47635 at Shenton on arrival from Shackerstone - YouTube UK: Battlefield Railway, large logo Class 47s 47640 & 47635 at Shenton on arrival from Shackerstone Want to watch this again later? Sign in to add this video to a playlist. Need to report the video? Sign in to report inappropriate content. Rating is available when the video has been rented. This feature is not available right now. Please try again later. Published on Nov 11, 2012 UK: Battlefield Railway, Class 47s 47640 & 47635 reverse at Shenton after arriving on a service from Shackerstone Recorded 10th November 2012 at the Battlefield Railways Class 47 Running Day which saw locomotives 47640 "University of Strathclyde" and 47635 "Jimmy Milne" providing motive power for all services from Shackerstone, via Market Bosworth to Shenton Station.

-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ The Battlefield Line Railway is a heritage railway in Leicestershire, England. It runs from Shackerstone (Grid ref SK 379 065) to Shenton (SK 396 002), via Market Bosworth, a total of 4.5 miles (7.2 km). Shenton is near Bosworth Field, (the location of the final battle of the Wars of the Roses immortalised in Shakespeare's Richard III), giving the railway its name. The railway used to be part of the London and North Western Railway and the Midland Railway, who operated the line jointly between Moira West Junction and Nuneaton. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ The British Rail Class 47, is a class of British railway diesel-electric locomotive that was developed in the 1960s by Brush Traction. A total of 512 Class 47s were built at Crewe Works and Brush's Falcon Works, Loughborough between 1962 and 1968, which made them the most numerous class of British mainline diesel locomotive.

They were fitted with the Sulzer 12LDA28C twin-bank twelve-cylinder unit producing 2,750 bhp (2,050 kW) - though this was later derated to 2,580 bhp (1,920 kW) to improve reliability - and have been used on both passenger and freight trains on Britain's railways for over 40 years. Despite the introduction of more modern types of traction, as of 2008 a significant number are still in use, both on the mainline and on heritage railways. -+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+-+ Doing Battle at Bosworth - Walks - The AA Print this page Back to results Doing Battle at Bosworth Visit Bosworth - one of England's most famous battlefield sites - via a country park and a canal tow path.

Distance 8.7 miles (14.1km) Paths Easy lanes and tow path, other paths may be muddy Landscape Gently rolling woods and arable land Suggested map aqua3 OS Explorers 232 Nuneaton & Tamworth; 233 Leicester & Hinckley Start/finish SK 412031 (on Explorer 232) Dog friendliness Generally very good (care on street sections) Parking Market Bosworth Country Park (main car park), off B585 Public toilets At car park, Bosworth Battlefield Visitor Centre, and Market Bosworth Information © AA Media Limited 2015. © Crown Copyright Licence number 100021153 1 Facing the children's adventure playground and adjoining spinney in Market Bosworth Country Park (at the far end of the large car park), turn right and walk along the grassy track through the wildflower meadow to the woods beyond. Follow the main gravel path through the trees and bear left at a fork. Look for the wide kissing gate on the left.

2 Go through this and follow the path for just under ½ mile (800m) along the edge of woodland and past Looking Glass Pond. 3 Go over a stile and on past the right of Woodhouse Farm. The path continues down along the left-hand side of a field, then climbs the right-hand side of the next. 4 As the hedge falls away the well-walked path heads out across the middle of the field before turning right approaching (but not quite at) the top. It keeps to the top of the next field, then turns left across another to reach the car park of the Royal Arms Hotel. Turn right and walk through Sutton Cheney until, just past the church entrance, you turn right at the road junction (signposted 'Shenton'). 5 Follow the lane as it forks left and in 550yds (503m) turn off left through Cheney Lane Battlefield car park to the visitor centre. 6 Follow the semi-surfaced, waymarked Battle Trail across Ambion Hill and down past Richard's and Henry's standards (bare flagpoles if they're not flying) to reach Shenton Station.

Cross the railway line by the gate and turn left out of the car park entrance on to the lane. Walk along as far as the canal bridge. 7 Go over the bridge in order to double back and turn left on to the canal tow path, signposted 'Market Bosworth'. 8 After 2½ miles (4km) of easy and peaceful tow path, leave the canal at King's Bridge (No 43), the one after Bosworth Wharf Bridge. Cross this and then the railway bridge beyond for a field-edge path across stiles. This then heads half right across two large open fields - aim to the left of the house in front of hilltop woodland. Go over another stile and along the top of a field before joining an unmade lane into Market Bosworth. 9 At the end join the narrowing road (Back Lane), left and ahead, that comes out in the market place. Cross over and walk past the Old Black Horse Inn, then turn left into Rectory Lane, at the end of which is the country park. The Battle of Bosworth Field, which took place on 22 August 1485, is one of the key events in English history.

Not only did it finally bring to an end the long-running Wars of the Roses, but it also signalled the beginning of a new era as the Middle Ages gave way to the powerful Tudor dynasty. The Yorkist Richard III had only been ruler for a couple of years before Henry Tudor landed in Pembrokeshire with a small and rather ragbag force and advanced on the Midlands. The two armies met at Ambion Hill, south of Market Bosworth, with Richard's larger force occupying the higher ground and Henry's scattered below. Nowadays their positions are marked by their standards which flutter from tall flagpoles. A third standard, located some way to the north, belonged to a faction led by Sir William Stanley, who crucially decided to pitch in on Henry's side at the last moment and in so doing tipped the scales by cutting off and surrounding the king. Richard was defeated and Henry Tudor became Henry VII of England. There are interpretative panels all the way along the 1¾-mile (2.8km) Battle Trail, showing the position of the armies and how the fateful day unfurled. The exhibition at the visitor centre (open March to December) is supplemented by regular workshops and re-enactments throughout the summer months.

A memorial stone now marks the place where Richard was slain, but as the last of the Plantagenets - and indeed the last king of England to die in battle - he's since received something of a bad press from historians and chroniclers, most notably William Shakespeare. In fact largely thanks to Shakespeare's play there are few more villainous characters in English literature than Richard III ('I can smile, and murder while I smile'), but whether the reputation is deserved is doubtful. Although he may have been involved previously in the infamous murder of the Little Princes in the Tower, there is scant evidence to suggest that he was any worse as a king than other rulers of the time, plus he seemed to be an able administrator and leader. There is even a society established to clear Richard's name and they meet every year, around the date of the battle, at the Church of St James in nearby Sutton Cheney, where the ill-fated king supposedly heard his last Mass before going in to battle. To get back to Market Bosworth you follow the course of the Ashby Canal, completed in 1804 and used largely to transport coal from the coalfields of North Leicestershire and Derbyshire.

From Easter to September there are regular single and return canal boat trips from near Shenton Station to Sutton Wharf Bridge, to the south. Where to eat and drink Besides the numerous pubs in Market Bosworth, look out for the Peppercorn Cottage on Market Place (deli and café) and the splendidly named Batter of Bosworth fish and chip shop on Station Road. There are two pubs in Sutton Cheney, while the Bosworth Buttery at the Battlefield Visitor Centre provides a handy mid-point refreshment stop. While you're there A 5-mile (8km) stretch of preserved railway known as the Battlefield Line runs from Shackerstone, where there's a railway museum and buffet, to Shenton Station next to the battlefield site. The latter was formerly a Victorian ticket office reconstructed brick by brick from its original site in Leicester. Weekend trips (both steam and diesel) operate throughout much of the year. What to look for Market Bosworth Country Park occupies the site of medieval parkland once grazed by England's only herd of pure black fallow deer.

Originally it formed part of the landscaped grounds of Bosworth Hall, but in the 1970s Leicestershire County Council purchased 87 acres (35ha) and established an arboretum featuring oaks, maples and conifers, as well as meadow and a lake. Short and Sweet - The Battlefield Line, Shackerstone Traveller Reviews - TripAdvisor “Experience the age of steam” Reviewed 16 April 2016 Took my 3 year old nephew on a day out to Battlefield Railway line that runs between Shackerstone and Shenton stopping off at Market Bosworth. Adult prices are £10 for as many trips as you like and reduced accordingly for one way trips. The round trip return journey lasts for about 75mins with steam and diesel running on alternative days. Shackerstone house the rolling stock, Market Bosworth is worth a visit (0.5mile walk) and Shenton gives you access to the Bosworth battle centre. All the staff were very welcoming and friendly and snacks and drinks are available at all the stations.

Visited April 2016 “So much potential...” Reviewed 10 April 2016 We didn’t plan to visit Battlefield as such but it was tagged onto another railway visit nearby. I had heard of the railway and read articles but didn’t really have any knowledge so had no expectations. First impressions on the long driveway at Shackerstone were that of a linear scrapyard unfortunately, and with diesel locos obviously there but not in a position to see. Thats a real shame as the station was nicely appointed and looked after with a good number of volunteers. It was the same story down the line at Market Bosworth and Shenton. The service was a bubblecar, a single coach diesel train in Blue and Grey. It was smartly turned out and the staff on board pleasant. I have no issues with the service being operated by a diesel train though I would echo a previous review - the timetable should make it clearer. It does say midweek running is usually a railcar but this was a Saturday. In my view, steam and diesel days should have a separate fare structure as £10 may be seen as steep. The permanent way, the track, has obviously given the railway a few issues.

Over a long stretch of restricted speed the train takes on the motion of a ship at sea, rolling along uncomfortably. Maybe a reason not to run steam but the tea from Shenton cafe could have done with a lid! The railway has bags of potential, the staff were great and I have some understanding of the issues. I would rate it as Good if there was the option. 3 1/2 out of 5 for now :-) Visited April 2016 Ask Charles A about The Battlefield Line This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC Sharon W, Public Relations Manager at The Battlefield Line, responded to this review, 12 April 2016 Thank you for your comments. At present we are running the DMU on Saturdays and Steam on Sundays. I take on board what you have said about the leaflet and we may look at reviewing that next year. All comments are reviewed and will be taken on board. Report response as inappropriate Thank you. We appreciate your input. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC tellitasitiz Reviewed 9 April 2016 via mobile Having had this on my bucket list l travelled from Manchester for first train.

All leaflets and Web site show steam Don't believe. It was a small diesel with no buffet or toilets. Fortunately an independent cafe was open (at 10am) so by 10.30 had pot of tea and bacon butty for £4.50. Good value l thought. Paying £20 for 2 tickets no one mentioned it wouldn't be steam!! A set of coaches was in waiting for engine we all thought. No this small diesel turned up and 1/3 was reserved for coach trip. Was room but for first train became crowded. So a little rough ride and unfortunately scenery not great. On return shop still not open even though sign said open on platform 2. Felt a waste of a journey and didn't live up to the expectation given by leaflet. Certainly not worth money for a dmu journey. Go to Preston dock railway. This is steam and limited scenery better for half the price. Visited April 2016 “A glimpse of the past” Reviewed 4 April 2016 Shackerstone station is wonderful. It is not over subscribed. It a a glimpse into the past. At present, they are running an austerity loco but also run a diesel.

It is especially nice at Christmas when running Santa specials. It is festive without being over commercialised. Although it is a short stretch of track, it is worth the ride. Sitting in the station is heavenly. Once the train has left, all you can hear is birdsong. The volunteer staff are all friendly dedicated and helpful. There is a shop selling Thomas flags etc for the flag waving toddlers plus other items. There is a railway fund stall set out in an old carriage selling bric a brac to raise much needed funds. It is a tiny station in the middle of beautiful countryside with lovely walks in the surrounding area especially along the canal. On the platform is the Victorian tea room offering drinks and light meals - well worth a visit. I think it is nicer than some of the larger steam railways as it is so intimate. There is a small but well stocked museum of local railway memorabilia. The log fires are always welcoming on a cold day. I've been back umpteen times and it never fails to take me back in time and relax me.

Visited April 2016 battlefield line railway : definition of battlefield line railway and synonyms of battlefield line railway (English) Overview Shackerstone station The railway runs steam and diesel-hauled trains every weekend from April to October, as well as a summer mid-week service on Wednesdays in July and August; the latter is operated by their Heartlander diesel railcar service. They also operate special events: the Christmas Santa Specials (which operate on all weekends throughout December) and the bi-annual diesel galas. Family focused events are held throughout the year; "Day out with Thomas the Tank Engine ", Models Weekend and Shackerstone Family Festival in September. History The railway used to be part of the London and North Western Railway and the Midland Railway , who operated the line jointly between Moira West Junction and Nuneaton . The first trains ran along this section in 1873. At Shackerstone station, there was once a junction where one section branched off towards Moira and Ashby and the other went towards Coalville Junction.

In 1883, the Charnwood Forest Railway was opened, which extended the branch from Coalville Junction to Loughborough's Derby Road station, passing through the villages of Whitwick and Shepshed . In the 1923 Grouping , these lines were assigned to the London Midland and Scottish Railway . In 1931 the last scheduled passenger train went down the Charnwood Forest branch, with the line then only being open to freight and excursions until the 1960s. The Coalville Junction – Shackerstone section was dismantled and closed completely in 1964. The Ashby – Nuneaton line had its last passenger service in 1965, which was an enthusiasts' special, before British Rail pulled the rails up in 1970. In its heyday, Shackerstone was a busy station, with steam trains doing the workings between Ashby and Nuneaton, whilst a railcar did the service between Shackerstone and Loughborough Derby Road. The line was originally double track but was later singled .

Confusingly, part of the line was called the Bluebell Line (the Charnwood Forest Line, Hugglescote to Loughborough Derby Road station; this line was only accessible via the ANJR). The royal train now in the National Railway Museum went to Shackerstone on its first outing in December 1902. It conveyed King Edward VII , Queen Alexandra and Princess Victoria on their way to Gopsall Hall, where Handel is reputed to have composed his oratorio Messiah . Renovation project The Shackerstone Railway Society was set up in 1969 at Market Bosworth, but soon moved to Shackerstone in 1970, as they needed a proper home for their first steam engine. When they got to Shackerstone they found one through line still intact, and their first aim was to build some sidings. Later they reinstated the "down" platform and connected the sidings to the line to Market Bosworth. In 1973, to celebrate the centenary of the line, a small train of open wagons was hauled to Market Bosworth.

Following the successful conclusions of the negotiations with British Rail , a start was made on track rearrangements which created run-round loops at both ends of the line and a number of sidings at Shackerstone. In the 1980s, the Battlefield Line launched a campaign to extend their line to Shenton. This involved buying one and a half miles of track and in 1992 after a successful campaign, the inaugural service arrived, hauled by the appropriately named 0-6-0 tank engine "Richard III." Journey This section's tone or style may not reflect the encyclopedic tone used on Wikipedia. Specific concerns may be found on the talk page . See Wikipedia's guide to writing better articles for suggestions. (May 2009) Leaving the platforms at Shackerstone , the first sight to be seen from the train is the old goods yard. This is situated on the right-hand side of the running lines. This first section of the journey is located on a climbing gradient which continues until the train is clear of the station limits. Near the goods yard, passengers can see the Station House (now a private residence). Approaching the signal box, the train passes a large building.

This is the steam locomotive and carriage shed. The signal box, situated on the left of the train, is passed shortly, and once the driver has received the single line token, the train may proceed into the section. The signal box is the oldest Midland Railway Co. type one box still in operational use. Once past the shed the steam locomotive yard is in view. The chassis of 0-6-0 RSH No3 "Richard III" is a current project and can be seen on the 1st Road at the back of the shed. Passengers can also (from the train) see the inspection pit and preparation area. Continuing further up the gradient, the train shortly passes the railway's DMU siding on which are usually stored the 2-car 'hybrid' set and the Bubblecar. Behind these stand other items of railway origin which are either in store or awaiting overhaul/restoration. Locomotives to be seen from the train in this siding are currently Class 45 (45 015), Class 31 (31 461) and Ruston shunter "Hercules".

Once the end of the "DMU Siding" is reached, the train passes under the first bridge which carries the road to Barton-in-the-Beans over the railway. From here on, the railway passes into open farmland and countryside. Here, the track changes from the left-hand side of the trackbed, to the right-hand side. The railway curves to the left here on a long sweeping curve which takes the train under James Farm Bridge and on towards Hedley's Farm Crossing. It then crosses a separate foot-crossing, at each of which locomotives must give a warning whistle. After the crossings, the track straightens for a while. On the left can be seen the Italianate style church tower of Carlton and shortly after this the Market Bosworth golf course can be sighted under construction. Market Bosworth and beyond A local private airstrip can be seen on the left. The approach to Market Bosworth, three miles from Shackerstone, is on a sweeping right-hand curve. To the right of the train can be seen new housing developments whilst the left-hand side has countryside scenery. Market Bosworth station is soon approached and trains pass under the Station Bridge which carries the main road into Market Bosworth over the line.

The train passes through the disused platforms. To the left-hand side of the train here there are usually stored locomotives or wagons. To the right can be seen the old buildings and signal box which used to control part of the operation of the station. Once clear of Market Bosworth station, the train accelerates again towards Far Coton road bridge and then passes into a left-hand curve in a cutting. Out of the cutting, the train continues on a long, straight section of track on top of an embankment. To the right hand side can be seen Aqueduct Cottage and the actual Ashby Canal aqueduct beyond it. Trains slow as they cross the bridge which carries over the road between Shenton Village and Sutton Cheney. As the line curves to the right slightly, the train approaches Shenton Station, just over 4.5 miles (7.2 km) away from Shackerstone. The trains slow to enter the platform and the station pottery and car park can be seen to the right. The pottery is the only surviving part of the original station. The current station is the reconstructed Humberstone Road station from Leicester.

To the left, the "Flag of the Boar" can be seen flying above the field on which the Battle of Bosworth was fought. Shenton station is a convenient starting point for walks in the Battlefield Country Park. At the end of the line is a headshunt underneath an old cattle bridge. The small bridge was previously used to allow safe passage of farm traffic over the route of the old Ashby & Nuneaton Joint Railway. Evidence of the old line between Shenton and Higham on the Hill via Stoke Golding still exists though due to financial issues, no current extension work has currently been planned yet, as of 2011. Steam locomotives This article's tone or style may not reflect the encyclopedic tone used on Wikipedia. Specific concerns may be found on the talk page . See Wikipedia's guide to writing better articles for suggestions. (February 2010) Over the years, many different steam locomotives have graced Shackerstone Locomotive Works from massive beasts such as 34027 "Taw Valley" & a pair of LMS 5XP Jubilee's to smaller examples such as the tiny Peckett "Ivor The Engine" and other industrials.

Today, the select fleet of locomotives operate the line's steam services. Smaller industrial engines are more common amongst the fleet due their raw power, ample size and relative ease of maintenance though the biggest of the fleet is a main line giant! Operational Experience the age of steam - The Battlefield Line, Shackerstone Traveller Reviews - TripAdvisor “Experience the age of steam” Reviewed 16 April 2016 Took my 3 year old nephew on a day out to Battlefield Railway line that runs between Shackerstone and Shenton stopping off at Market Bosworth. Adult prices are £10 for as many trips as you like and reduced accordingly for one way trips. The round trip return journey lasts for about 75mins with steam and diesel running on alternative days. Shackerstone house the rolling stock, Market Bosworth is worth a visit (0.5mile walk) and Shenton gives you access to the Bosworth battle centre. All the staff were very welcoming and friendly and snacks and drinks are available at all the stations. Visited April 2016 “So much potential...” Reviewed 10 April 2016 We didn’t plan to visit Battlefield as such but it was tagged onto another railway visit nearby.

I had heard of the railway and read articles but didn’t really have any knowledge so had no expectations. First impressions on the long driveway at Shackerstone were that of a linear scrapyard unfortunately, and with diesel locos obviously there but not in a position to see. Thats a real shame as the station was nicely appointed and looked after with a good number of volunteers. It was the same story down the line at Market Bosworth and Shenton. The service was a bubblecar, a single coach diesel train in Blue and Grey. It was smartly turned out and the staff on board pleasant. I have no issues with the service being operated by a diesel train though I would echo a previous review - the timetable should make it clearer. It does say midweek running is usually a railcar but this was a Saturday. In my view, steam and diesel days should have a separate fare structure as £10 may be seen as steep. The permanent way, the track, has obviously given the railway a few issues. Over a long stretch of restricted speed the train takes on the motion of a ship at sea, rolling along uncomfortably. Maybe a reason not to run steam but the tea from Shenton cafe could have done with a lid!

The railway has bags of potential, the staff were great and I have some understanding of the issues. I would rate it as Good if there was the option. 3 1/2 out of 5 for now :-) Visited April 2016 Ask Charles A about The Battlefield Line This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC Sharon W, Public Relations Manager at The Battlefield Line, responded to this review, 12 April 2016 Thank you for your comments. At present we are running the DMU on Saturdays and Steam on Sundays. I take on board what you have said about the leaflet and we may look at reviewing that next year. All comments are reviewed and will be taken on board. Report response as inappropriate Thank you. We appreciate your input. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC tellitasitiz Reviewed 9 April 2016 via mobile Having had this on my bucket list l travelled from Manchester for first train. All leaflets and Web site show steam Don't believe. It was a small diesel with no buffet or toilets.

Fortunately an independent cafe was open (at 10am) so by 10.30 had pot of tea and bacon butty for £4.50. Good value l thought. Paying £20 for 2 tickets no one mentioned it wouldn't be steam!! A set of coaches was in waiting for engine we all thought. No this small diesel turned up and 1/3 was reserved for coach trip. Was room but for first train became crowded. So a little rough ride and unfortunately scenery not great. On return shop still not open even though sign said open on platform 2. Felt a waste of a journey and didn't live up to the expectation given by leaflet. Certainly not worth money for a dmu journey. Go to Preston dock railway. This is steam and limited scenery better for half the price. Visited April 2016 “A glimpse of the past” Reviewed 4 April 2016 Shackerstone station is wonderful. It is not over subscribed. It a a glimpse into the past. At present, they are running an austerity loco but also run a diesel. It is especially nice at Christmas when running Santa specials. It is festive without being over commercialised.

Although it is a short stretch of track, it is worth the ride. Sitting in the station is heavenly. Once the train has left, all you can hear is birdsong. The volunteer staff are all friendly dedicated and helpful. There is a shop selling Thomas flags etc for the flag waving toddlers plus other items. There is a railway fund stall set out in an old carriage selling bric a brac to raise much needed funds. It is a tiny station in the middle of beautiful countryside with lovely walks in the surrounding area especially along the canal. On the platform is the Victorian tea room offering drinks and light meals - well worth a visit. I think it is nicer than some of the larger steam railways as it is so intimate. There is a small but well stocked museum of local railway memorabilia. The log fires are always welcoming on a cold day. I've been back umpteen times and it never fails to take me back in time and relax me. Visited April 2016 “Step back in time” Reviewed 29 March 2016 As heritage railways go, the Battlefield line doesn't have some of the outstanding scenery of other railways, neither does it have a great line length, or many resident iconic engines.

But what it does have, it does well. Location - set amongst the flat lands of Leicestershire where little villages pepper the landscape, not far from the Ashby canal with its hump back bridges. As you approach the Shackerstone end of the line, you get a sense of former greatness with the wide track bed and huge carriages parked along the way. The trains are fairly frequent - we went on a Bank Holiday. They run slowly leaving plenty of time to watch the farmlands wander past. Staff are friendly, especially the tea-room staff at Shackerstone who went to a lot of trouble to get us food in time for the train departure. But mention of the tea room at Shackerstone brings me to the best bit by a long way. This is a real blast from the past. Beautifully done out with memorabilia and Victoriana, food good, coal fire and set in this lovely station. Worth a visit for this feature alone.

Visited March 2016 Ask Joe H about The Battlefield Line This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC Sharon W, Public Relations Manager at The Battlefield Line, responded to this review, 4 April 2016 Thank you very much for your response Joe. Our staff try and be accommodating and friendly. I will point out that the Victorian Tea room is leased out to someone else other than the railway, I will let let know your comments though, they will be greatly received. Report response as inappropriate Thank you. We appreciate your input. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of TripAdvisor LLC Battlefield Line - Miniature Traction Engine Weekend - April 27th/28th 2013 | National Preservation If you register, you can do a lot more. And become an active part of our growing community. You'll have access to hidden forums, and enjoy the ability of replying and starting conversations. Battlefield Line - Miniature Traction Engine Weekend - April 27th/28th 2013 18 Hi guys "Join us for a brand new event at Market Bosworth Station on the Battlefield Line: Miniature Traction Engine Weekend.

The event, named 'Engines of Bosworth', will utilise the old Market Bosworth Goods Shed and Yard, which is directly adjacent to the full size Shackerstone - Shenton preserved steam railway. Why not let the train take the strain and travel to the event on a steam hauled passenger train? Highlights include: * At least 15 miniature traction engines in steam * Steam trains on the Battlefield Line * 5 inch Gauge Miniature Railway * Toy Steam & Model Engineering in the Goods Shed * Centrepiece full size Aveling Roller 8T "Louise" * Engine Parade 2pm each day This brand new event needs all the support it can get so please come along and experience the 'golden age' when steam ruled the rails, the roads and the fields. More details as the event draws nearer, such as train times, loco roster and further attractions at Market Bosworth. Please support us for the very first Miniature Traction Engine weekend on the Battlefield Line". Likes Received: 18 Just another note to say guys please join us for this brand new event in April 2013.

The show is gradually growing and we hope to have at least 20 miniature traction engines in action both days, joined by the centrepiece engine "Louise"; an Aveling Porter 8-ton Roller built in 1925, with her traditional Living Van of course. Come along, meet the owners and discuss the histories of these fascinating and very large model engines, most of which were built from scratch by their drivers! Outside the historic Market Bosworth Goods Shed you can meet "The Griffin", a 3" Burrell Showmans Engine who will be generating electricity through her scale dynamo for her traditional musical organ, which will be playing proudly alongside her, just as the full size counterparts did back in the day! Why not take a ride on the 5" gauge miniature railway? (Small extra fee payable). Inside the Goods Shed, a safe haven for all weathers, you can see the smallest of the Traction Engine models: the Toy Steamers. These collectors items are much sort after and there will be plenty of them to admire, both in steam and on display. Also expect selected model engineering displays and a model railway, in keeping with steam rally style exhibits.

Oh, and don't forget the full size Battlefield Line preserved railway right next door! You will be able to take a trip between Shackerstone and Shenton stations; a distance of around 5 miles. Please note there will be limited parking this weekend at Market Bosworth Station due to the various steam exhibits so why not make a day of it and travel to the event from either Shackerstone or Shenton via heritage train? We will release further details nearer to the event but we would love your support for what promises to be an exciting, steam-filled weekend at Market Bosworth. More information can be found at . Thanks for reading guys! Watch this space! 18 Hi guys! As part of Miniature Traction Engine Weekend 2013 we are happy to welcome Rhydypenderyn: a 16mm scale Model Railway Layout, based on the Welsh Narrow Gauge...all the way from Cardiff! Visitors will be able to view the 25' x 15' layout in the historic Market Bosworth Goods Shed, with stock hauled by both battery operated and live steam engines. (The hope on the Sunday is to have a guest operator with coal-fired 16mm live steam - tbc).

We are very thankful to the owners of Rhydypenderyn for offering to join us for the weekend! ALSO IN THE GOODS SHED... * Nuneaton Model Engineering Society * Tomy Interactive Railway/Battlefield Line Stand * Various Toy Steam Stands More updates as they happen. Thank you for reading and MERRY CHRISTMAS! 18 HAPPY NEW YEAR everyone! Slowly but surely the list for our miniature traction engine weekend is still growing. We are not only welcoming miniature traction engines of 2" up to 6" scales but also Toy Steamers such as Mamods and Wilescos, not to mention smaller diecast examples where available AND of course the full size Aveling Roller "Louise" with her traditional Living Van. Anyone who would like to attend with any related exhibit is still welcome to contact the organiser - Sam - at minitraction@battlefield-line- railway.co.uk If you are thinking of building a miniature traction engine but want to get up close and personal with a few to make your mind up...then THIS IS THE EVENT FOR YOU!

There will be engines of 2" - 6" and the scales in between from makers such as Burrell, Foster, Ruston Proctor, Marshall and Garratt, as well as a single 4.5" Foden lorry. Aveling and Porter are represented in 12" scale and, across the board, the engines range through Agricultural types to Road Engines, Heavy Haulage and Showmans. We hope you will come along and see the different engines in steam at Market Bosworth Station. Fancy something along a railway line? The Battlefield Line will be operating at least five trains each way from Market Bosworth each day. Why not join the train at Shackerstone and travel through the Leicestershire countryside on a heritage train to meet the event at Market Bosworth? From there, you can continue along the old A & NJR metals to the terminus of the railway at Shenton Station, adjacent to the site of the famous 1485 Battle of Bosworth fields. Why not take a stroll around the country park, take in some history or have a cuppa' at the Visitor Centre - returning on a later train.

If you want a smaller train ride...why not try out the portable GEC 5" gauge miniature railway on the yard at Market Bosworth Station? - A delight for the young or old - small extra charge payable. In the all weather Goods Shed at Market Bosworth you can see the quaint 16mm Railway known as Rhydypenderyn, offering live steam and battery operated trains on this Welsh narrow gauge based model railway layout. As well as the model railway we will be welcoming a Model Engineering display from Nuneaton Model Engineering Society as well as hopefully a 2nd similar display (tbc), and at least three stands which have Toy Steam engines, such as Mamod & Wilesco, at their heart. Fancy a Cuppa'? There will be refreshments available in the Goods Shed this weekend, from a stall supported by the Battlefield Line. Ladies and gentleman, please don't forget that this is a brand new, embryo rally and we need all of the support we can get to get it off the ground in April. We are still willing to take more exhibits onto our books, for those wishing to attend with any traction engine related exhibit - you will be welcomed with open arms.

One of the engines in attendance this weekend will be "The Griffin", a 3" Burrell with the ability to generate electricity to power her Pell Organ, which will also be joining us for the weekend! Why not come and see them in action at Market Bosworth?...Thanks for reading guys! WE HOPE TO SEE YOU AT MARKET BOSWORTH ON APRIL 27TH/28TH - LESS THAN 4 MONTHS TO GO!​ 18 Another update guys! * We will also be welcoming a couple of Stationary/Barn Engines to this event (courtesy of the local barn engine club)...ticking over amongst the miniature traction engines. Barn engines are arguably a steam rally tradition and we are very pleased to be welcoming a few examples to this event for our visitors interest. * The entry prices for the event are £4 Adult and £2 Child at the Market Bosworth Station Gate (cash only) - does not include train ride. The entry prices for MB Station are refundable against the price of a train ticket. This system makes use of the main, standard gauge steam train much more worthwhile and cost effective so why not try it out this weekend?!

* There will be limited parking at Market Bosworth Station this weekend so as to allow for all of our exhibits to have adequate room. * 2pm Engine Parade - We hope to get all of the engines into a line each day at 2pm, to coincide with the arrival of the 1:45pm steam departure from Shackerstone. This will be a great opportunity to see all of the engines together at once and to view the different scales and designs of these beautiful engines. I say again guys, Please PLEASE Support This Brand New Event As We Hope It Will Be A Great Success!

Question: The Battlefield Line Railway that runs between Shackerstone and Shenton in Leicestershire is named after which battle?
Answer: Bosworth